Massage for Neck Pain: Relief, Limits and Next Steps
A cautious overview of what massage may and may not answer for adults with neck discomfort, with questions to discuss before treatment.
Spinal Decompression
When Is Non-Surgical Care Reasonable for a Herniated Disc?
When Is Non-Surgical Care Reasonable for a Herniated Disc? A herniated disc on an MRI does not automatically mean surgery.
Pain & Rehabilitation, Spinal Decompression
Why Sciatica Keeps Returning: Disc, Nerve and Loading Factors
Why Sciatica Keeps Returning: Disc, Nerve and Loading Factors Sciatica can improve, then return after a long drive, a heavy
Spinal Decompression
VAX-D vs. Ordinary Traction: What Is Actually Different?
VAX-D vs. Ordinary Traction: What Is Actually Different? “Spinal decompression” and “traction” are often used as if they mean the
Imaging & Evaluation, Pain & Rehabilitation
What Does a Lumbar MRI Actually Tell You About Back Pain?
What Does a Lumbar MRI Actually Tell You About Back Pain?An MRI report can be useful, but it is not
Pain & Rehabilitation, Spinal Decompression
Cervical Disc Herniation: Can Decompression Help Neck and Arm Pain?
If you have neck pain that shoots into your shoulder, down your arm, or out to your fingertips, you may
Spinal Decompression
Why Huntington Patients Drive Past 10 Other Spine Clinics to Come to West Hills
Long Island has no shortage of spine clinics. Between chiropractors, orthopedic groups, pain management practices, and physical therapy chains, there
Spinal Decompression
The VAX-D Candidate Test: Exactly Who Benefits — and Who Doesn’t
After 27 years of treating disc patients with VAX-D spinal decompression, I can tell you with confidence that patient selection
Spinal Decompression
Failed Back Surgery Syndrome: Can VAX-D Help After a Spinal Fusion?
Failed back surgery syndrome — the clinical term for persistent or recurring pain after spinal surgery — affects an estimated